unconventionally
Americanadverb
Example Sentences
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Pontormo, said to be deeply religious, may be countering Luther, expressing his belief in the Eucharistic mystery by unconventionally adding angels to the scene.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 27, 2026
McLaren unconventionally pitted Piastri before Norris as they left their pit stops late in the race in the hope of a safety car that could give them a chance to attack Red Bull's Verstappen.
From BBC • Sep. 7, 2025
The stuff of culture is important to Moore, who in 1981 helped found the arty, unconventionally tuned guitar band Sonic Youth.
From New York Times • Oct. 19, 2023
Yet, her present life – her loving relationship with Harry and their children – had both traditionally and unconventionally – registered more than any of the other women's lives.
From Salon • Jun. 20, 2023
I asked my brother if Kelly was unconventionally beautiful.
From "The Perks of Being a Wallflower" by Stephen Chbosky
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